Best economical waders

I am in the need of a new pair of insulated chest waders for the upcoming duck season. I am on a budget. I see there are quite a few pairs out there for around 120 bucks. Most do not have any extra pockets or anything fancy, however. Just wondering if anyone could point me in the direction I need to go. What are some good ones for low prices, and which ones should I stay away from. I am trying to put some cash together, but my slush fund is not as big as it should be due to some fishing expenses. List any deals that you know of too. I live in Fond du lac area.

I was a big fan of Cabelas waders, till I got two pairs of there breathable camos and had both pairs soles on the boots leak. I was able to fix them, but thats besides the point. My wife likes hers, but she only uses hers maybe a dozen or so times a year.

I bought a pair of FroggToggs Bullfrogs and they are by far the best waders Ive ever owned. Got them for around 200 from Sportsman Guide. They always have great deals on waders. I wouldnt shop anwhere else for them.

Hey to all fellow hunters out there. I am a little strapped for cash before this opener and found my waders to have some leaky seams. Ive got some hodgman 5mm neos. Anyone in SE wi have a pair of waders size 12 they would be willing to borrow me (I would give a deposit on them) thanks send me a message on here or send me a email schneiks65@gmail.com

Shawn

and i know the comments will be coming that i should have been prepared but things happen and the slush funds dwindle

I used to buy Hodgman's Rubber or cloth faced rubber waders. To me they were good waders for 2 maybe 3 years depending on the amount of jump shooting you did. Now i hunt Cabela ice busters 179.00 . Used to buy 3 hodgmans for that price. Icebuster are way warmer. Although when it is frigid out neopremes get icy when wet where rubber does not.

The rubber on boot is very thin. Will rip on any stick up. Ripped 2nd time I wore them. Front of boot is now starting to dry rot. Seam that separates handwarmer and other pocket came loose after 3 wears. Leaks at seams. I am not very hard on my waders, these things just feel apart. Asked Gander Mtn. about warrenty on waders was told they do not have warrenty on them. They are the only company I have delt with that dont replace waders when they dont perform as they should. Stay away from these.

I understand your mentality. I once thought the same thing. I am gonna beat the crap out of these waders one way or another.. why not just get the cheap ones and buy a tube of gorilla glue..

Too all people reading, I attest, when you buy quality, u get quality.

if u buy 3.5's expect non-stop holes, and your mentality will be all waders get holes like that,. when u buy 5mm with armor flex u probably will not be getting them holes. u will be comfortable warm and safe. and great customer service when you do have problems. well worth the extra money. trust me. and trust the 400 people that reviewed the supermags.